The Nigeria Immigration Service has completed arrangements to implement a 30-day visa exemption for Rwandan nationals entering Nigeria.
The measure follows the announcement by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Rwanda. The exemption reciprocates a similar arrangement by the Government of Rwanda for Nigerian citizens.
Under the bilateral arrangement, Rwandan nationals may enter Nigeria without a visa for a period not exceeding 30 days. The exemption applies to lawful purposes, including tourism, business and official engagements.
Rwandan nationals seeking to remain in Nigeria beyond the approved 30-day period will be required to obtain the appropriate visa through a Nigerian Embassy or High Commission abroad, or through the Nigeria e-Visa channel.
The Nigeria Immigration Service said all international entry points, including airports, land borders and seaports, have been directed to begin immediate implementation of the policy in line with the Presidential directive.
According to the Service, the initiative reflects strong diplomatic and bilateral relations between Nigeria and Rwanda, while promoting intra-African mobility, tourism and economic cooperation.
The Nigeria Immigration Service said it remains committed to facilitating safe, orderly and lawful migration in accordance with international best practices and the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
